Carla Bates

Carla 'The Chooch" Just Bates, 59 of Latrobe, passed away, Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.

She was born July 10, 1963  in Butler, a daughter of the late Carl J. Just  and Dolores Ann Reep Just.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sandra Just Eagle.

Surviving are her brother, William Barr (Linda); sisters, Candice Just Hallam (John) and Lisa Pry (Dennis); uncle, Raymond Reep; aunt, Judy Just; her dog, Guinea; and cousins, nieces, nephews, and many many good friends.

Honoring Carla's wishes there will be no viewing. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 7th at 2pm at the New Alexandria Firemens Club, 8370 State Route 22, New Alexandria Pa 15670.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America at www.lupus.org or the Humane Society of Westmoreland County at westmorelandhumanesociety.com.

KEPPLE-GRAFT Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements.  For online condolences and information, please visit www.kepplegraft.com.